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EDITOR’S NOTE: This calendar is being regularly updated to reflect all event cancellations and postponements. However, it is recommended that readers contact event organizers before they attend. For the most updated version of the calendar, please visit or troyrecord. com. Tuesday, June 30

CENTENNIAL FOR WOMEN’S RIGHT TO VOTE: WMHT Public Media (PBSPublic Broadcasting Service), is hosting two virtual preview screenings of clips from American Experience’s The Vote. These two digital events are taking place on Wednesday, June 24th and Tuesday, June 30th. Both of these screenings will occur at 6:30pm. One hundred years after the passage of the 19th Amendment, The Vote tells the dramatic culmination story of the hard-fought campaign waged by American women for the right to vote, a transformative cultural and political movement that resulted in the largest expansion of voting rights in U.S. history. WMHT’s free screenings will consist of two clips from American Experience’s documentary which premieres on-air Monday, July 6th for a two-night event that continues Tuesday, July 7th. The film will air both nights on WMHT-TV from 9pm-11pm. It will also be available to stream online for free. The Vote is currently available to watch online with WMHT Passport. Each virtual screening will also include a moderated panel discussion with panelists from organizations including the League of Women Voters of New York State, the New York State Museum, and the Women’s Press Club of New York State. Those interested in RSVPing for the June 30th virtual screening can visit https://ovee.itvs.org/screenings/qp9s7.

GMALL EVENT: Julia Alvarez in conversation with Barbara Morrow - Tuesday, June 30th - 5:30-7:00. The internationally-acclaimed Dominican American writer joins Green Mountain Academy for Lifelong Learning (GMALL) for a conversation with co-founder of Northshire Bookstore Barbara Morrow in a conversation about Afterlife one of the most universally anticipated novels of the year. “The queen is back with the exact

novel we need in this fraught era.” ~ Luis Alberto Urrea. For more information on these or other events, e-mail events@ northshire.com, or visit the Northshire Bookstore website at www.northshire.com.

BLOOD DRIVE: An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held from noon to 6 p.m. on Tuesday, June 30at the Saratoga Senior Center, located at 5Williams St. in Saratoga Springs. More information is available online at www.redcrossblood.org.

BLOOD DRIVE: An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held from 1to 6p.m. on Tuesday, June 30at the Greenfield Community Center, located at 25Wilton Rd. in Greenfield Center. More information is available online at www. redcrossblood.org. Wednesday, July 1

SHORT STORY CAFE: 6p.m. on Wednesday, July 1. Local short-story writer Dave Sylvester hosts The Short Story Café, an informal discussion of the short story form that examines how writers handle structural elements such as plot, character and theme in their writing. Each week we will read and discuss two stories by well-known (and some lesser-known!) masters of the form. Copies of the stories will be available in advance and should be read before the discussions. These sessions will be conducted via zoom. Please include your email address in your registration so that we may send out a link to join the discussion. More information and registration is available online at www.thetroylibrary.org or by calling 518-274-7071.

BLOOD DRIVE: An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held from 1to 7p.m. on Wednesday, July 1at Troy HIlton Garden Inn, located at 235Hoosick St. in Troy. More information is available online at www.redcrossblood.org.

BLOOD DRIVE: An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held from 7:30a.m. to 1 p.m. on Wednesday, July 1at the Empire State Concourse in Albany. More information is available online at www. redcrossblood.org. Friday, July 3

GOAT YOGA: Come join the herd from Into The Woods Farm and NY Goat Yoga In The Woods and their yoga instructor Christine Riccio Friday July 3rd at 5PM. for a blend of gentle flow and vinyasa flow yoga in the warm spring sunshine in the woods. A triple threat to de-stress~Goats, Yoga and Nature! Goat Yoga In The Woods NY is a great way to break from your normal mindset and reap the benefits of animal/laughter therapy and yoga! Open to yogis of every skill level, Goat Yoga In The Woods, located in Greenfield, NY is not your typical yoga class but still a relaxing form of beginner level yoga that always involves smiles, laughter, giggles and of course, goats! Our Nigerian Dwarf Goat breed are just the right size to snuggle in your lap or take a nap on your mat as you move through our certified instructor, Chris Riccio’s guidance. Watch your cares melt away with every goat touch and kiss. Beyond trendy, goat yoga is here to stay as many find unexpected joy in being in the moment and presence of goats. Goat yoga offers the many therapeutic benefits of animal and laughter therapy in a feel good, fun, yoga class... with adorable goats of all ages. Goat yoga allows guests to step outside of their everyday routine and remind them to not take life so seriously. See how the goats can help you connect with nature and how a soft touch from a goat or two, is just the extra push you need in your practice. You can reserve online and pay cash at the door during registration. Private event options are available. For more information and dates visit www.intothewoodsfarmny.com/goat-yoga. To reserve your spot go to www. intothewoodsfarmny.com, email intothewoodsfarm@ gmail.com or visit www. eventbrite.com/e/goat-yogain-the-woods-for-everyonetickets-107495213076. Saturday, July 4 JULY 4TH ORATION: July 4th Oration - the Struggle for Justice Continues. July 4, 2020— begins 11am — ends 12pm. Virtual PREREGISTRATION and complete information available at https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/event/july-4thoration-2020/. Using the 1852address by Douglass as a framework, the Oration examines issues of liberty, citizenship, civic engagement and social responsibility from the historical perspective in light of contemporary injustice. Featured speakers for this virtual event will be Gretchen Sorin, author of “Driving While Black: African

American Travel and the Road to Civil Rights,” and Jonathan Jones, Commissioner of Recreation, Youth and Workforce Services for the City of Albany.

ART EXHIBIT: Hudson Hall is proud to reopen its doors on June 27, 2020with Rodney Alan Greenblat’s aptly-titled, Something to Look Forward to, an enjoyable, whimsical and engaging collection of new and archival works bursting with color and underpinned with wit and charm. The exhibition, which runs until August 23in Hudson Hall’s Center Hall Gallery and Common Council Room, is free and open to the public on a limited, timed entry, reservation-only basis (maximum 10entries per hour). Socially-distanced guided tours ($10, free for members, maximum of 6per tour) take place on Saturdays and Sundays at 4pm. Exhibition reservations and tour tickets are now on sale to Hudson Hall members and open to the public on June 18. Tickets can be purchased and time entry reservations can be made at hudsonhall.org. Hudson Hall at the historic Hudson Opera House, 327Warren Street, Hudson, NY 12534. Tel: (518) 822-1438.

NATURALIZATION CER

EMONY: CANCELED: In consultation with United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), Saratoga National Historical Park has cancelled the Naturalization Ceremony, traditionally held on July 4. The popular event draws hundreds of visitors and participants to witness the moving ceremony of citizens taking the oath of allegiance for the first time. The size of the crowd, and nature of the seated event, makes it unsafe to carry out during the COVID-19pandemic. The park’s operational approach while responding to the COVID-19pandemic is to examine each facility function, each service provided, and each special event to ensure those operations comply with current public health guidance and will be regularly monitored. We continue to work closely with the NPS Office of Public Health using CDC guidance to ensure public and workplaces are safe and clean for visitors, employees, partners, and volunteers. As the park anticipates being able to increase visitor access to the park when the Capital Region of New York is cleared to enter Phase 4of the “New York Forward” plan, park staff will continue to assess the health and safety of operations, and develop new ways for people to explore the park, through self-guided experiences and online activities. For more information about park operations and activities, please see the parks’s website at www.nps.gov/sara. Sunday, July 5

SUNDAY STROLL: Sunday, July 5- Wealth & Wellness: Franklin Square. The Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation is thrilled to present their summer series of historic walking tours while remaining safe and socially distanced. Summer Sunday Strolls will be offered every Sunday through Sept. 6at 10:30a.m. in various neighborhoods throughout the city. Tour topics this season highlight prominent women of Greenridge Cemetery, the celebrated area surrounding the Saratoga Race Course, and the historic Spa State Park, among many others. All Sunday morning tours last approximately 90minutes and require walking and standing on varied terrain. Due to current restrictions in New York State, Summer Strolls will be limited to 20 guests, which currently is less than the maximum of 25 that is currently allowed, and tickets must be purchased in advance until otherwise noted. Everyone will be required to wear a mask and social distancing will be encouraged when possible. The cost per tour is $15for SSPF members and $20for non-members. For additional information, to purchase tickets to any educational programs, and to review the Summer Sunday Stroll Safety Plan please visit www.saratogapreservation. org, call the foundation at (518) 587-5030, or email nbabie@saratogapreservation.org.

FISH FRY: Fish Creek Rod and Gun Club in Victory will have a pick up only fish fry on Sunday 5July 2020, starting at 3pm thru 6pm. Menu will be Fish, French fries, cost will be $8. We will deliver to your vehicle in our parking lot, you must stay in your vehicle. You may call ahead and place your order 518-695-3917.

guided tours ($10, free for members, maximum of 6per tour) take place on Saturdays and Sundays at 4pm. Exhibition reservations and tour tickets are now on sale to Hudson Hall members and open to the public on June 18. Tickets can be purchased and time entry reservations can be made at hudsonhall.org. Hudson Hall at the historic Hudson Opera House, 327Warren Street, Hudson, NY 12534. Tel: (518) 822-1438.

Wednesday, July 8

SMALL RUMINANTS FOR BEGINNERS: Join Cornell Cooperative Extension on July 8, 2020at from 6:007:30PM to learn more about the basics of raising small ruminants, like sheep and goats. We will cover acquiring your animals, breeds, uses, breeding, feeding, and basic health care. Please come with your questions! The cost of this meeting is $5and will be held via Zoom. If you have a poor internet connection you also have the option to call in on your phone. To register, please visit https://tinyurl.com/ SmallRuminantsBeginners. You will be provided with a link to the meeting at the email address you provide. For more information, please contact Ashley at 518-6490267or arp253@cornell.edu. SHORT STORY CAFE: 6 p.m. on Wednesday, July 8. Local short-story writer Dave Sylvester hosts The Short Story Café, an informal discussion of the short story form that examines how writers handle structural elements such as plot, character and theme in their writing. Each week we will read and discuss two stories by well-known (and some lesser-known!) masters of the form. Copies of the stories will be available in advance and should be read before the discussions. These sessions will be conducted via zoom. Please include your email address in your registration so that we may send out a link to join the discussion. More information and registration is available online at www. thetroylibrary.org or by calling 518-274-7071.

HISTORICAL PRESENTA

TION: The Schoharie Crossing State Historic Site in Fort Hunter and the Fulton County Historical Society are teaming up to present a virtual two program series. On July 8th at 6:30pm, Schoharie Crossing Education Director David Brooks will present “15Miles on the Sacandaga Canal? - The Canal Craze,” discussing the construction and success of the Erie Canal and the subsequent “canal craze” that sparked the idea of a Great Sacandaga Canal. On July 15th at 6:30pm, Fulton County Historical Society Executive Director Samantha Hall-Saladino will present “Sacandaga Soiree: Tides and Tourism,” exploring the tourism boom on the Great Sacandaga Lake from the 1940s to the present. These programs will be presented virtually via Webex. The links to join the presentations can be found online at fultoncountyhistoricalsociety.org and on the Schoharie Crossing and FCHS Facebook pages.

Thursday, July 9

EXPERTS NEXT DOOR SE

RIES: A new “Experts Next Door” series of workshops and discussions is being offered by the Saratoga County History Center, located at Brookside in Ballston Spa. The second event of the series will be Kathleen Royka of the Thymely Herb group, who will provide a workshop on gardening with herbs at 7pm on July 9. Skidmore professor, Dr. Tillman Nechtman will follow with a discussion on July 23at 7 pm based on his research on Britain’s use of the ocean as a world power. New York’s role in early 19th century religious revivals will be explored by Dr. Jennifer Dorsey of Siena College on August 27, also at 7pm. This event will be offered to the public over Zoom, to raise funds for the Saratoga County History Center. Tickets for the event are at the Brookside Museum website or Saratoga County Historical Society’s Facebook page. Donations with a minimum $5fee are requested to support the activities of the history center. A link to the Zoom event will be emailed out to those who have purchased tickets. For more information visit www.brooksidemuseum.org.

GREEK FESTIVAL: CANCELED - The 11th Adirondack Greek Festival will be hosted by St. George Church, 55Main St., South Glens Falls. Thursday, July 9from 4to 8pm will be Under-the-Tent Night with souvlaki & gyro sandwiches and pastries. Friday & Saturday, July 10& 11from 12– 8pm, come enjoy our Full Festival days with more authentic Greek food, pastries, gift shop, music, folk dancers, Bounce House for kids, and church tours. Free admission and parking. OPA! Directions: From North or South, take I 87to Exit 17N to US-9N for 5.5miles. For more information, call (518) 792-2359(parish hall). www.sgforthodox.org.

Friday, July 10

Saturday, July 11

ART EXHIBIT: Hudson Hall is proud to reopen its doors on June 27, 2020with Rodney Alan Greenblat’s aptlytitled, Something to Look Forward to, an enjoyable, whimsical and engaging collection of new and archival works bursting with color and underpinned with wit and charm. The exhibition, which runs until August 23 in Hudson Hall’s Center Hall Gallery and Common Council Room, is free and open to the public on a limited, timed entry, reservationonly basis (maximum 10 entries per hour). Sociallydistanced guided tours ($10, free for members, maximum of 6per tour) take place on Saturdays and Sundays at 4pm. Exhibition reservations and tour tickets are now on sale to Hudson Hall members and open to the public on June 18. Tickets can be purchased and time entry reservations can be made at hudsonhall.org. Hudson Hall at the historic Hudson Opera House, 327 Warren Street, Hudson, NY 12534. Tel: (518) 822-1438.

BIKE TOUR: In addition to the Summer Sunday Strolls, the Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation will be offering bike tours of the Saratoga Spa State Park on Saturday, July 11& August 22and Sunday, September 27. Join Linda HarveyOpiteck for a bike tour of the National Historic Landmark Saratoga Spa State Park. Tour meets at 10:30a.m. at the National Museum of Dance, Hall of Fame & School of The Arts, 99 South Broadway. Bike Tour is dependent on weather. Bike tours last approximately three hours and space is limited. For additional information, to purchase tickets to any educational programs, and to review the Summer Sunday Stroll Safety Plan please visit www.saratogapreservation. org, call the foundation at (518) 587-5030, or email nbabie@saratogapreservation.org.

Sunday, July 12

Sunday, July 12- Broadway In 1874. The Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation is thrilled to present their summer series of historic walking tours while remaining safe and socially distanced. Summer Sunday Strolls will be offered every Sunday through Sept. 6at 10:30a.m. in various neighborhoods throughout the city. Tour topics this season highlight prominent women of Greenridge Cemetery, the celebrated area surrounding the Saratoga Race Course, and the historic Spa State Park, among many others. All Sunday morning tours last approximately 90minutes and require walking and standing on varied terrain. Due to current restrictions in New York State, Summer Strolls will be limited to 20 guests, which currently is less than the maximum of 25that is currently allowed, and tickets must be purchased in advance until otherwise noted. Everyone will be required to wear a mask and social distancing will be encouraged when possible. The cost per tour is $15for SSPF members and $20for non-members. For additional information, to purchase tickets to any educational programs, and to review the Summer Sunday Stroll Safety Plan please visit www.saratogapreservation. org, call the foundation at (518) 587-5030, or email nbabie@saratogapreservation.org.

Tuesday, July 14

LIBRARY MEETING: The Troy Public Library’s Finance Committee will hold a virtual meeting at 5p.m. on Tuesday, July 14. It will be held via Zoom and a link will be posted on the library’s website, www.thetroylibrary.org, prior to the event.

LIBRARY MEETING: The Troy Public Library’s Board of Trustees will hold a virtual meeting at 5:30p.m. on Tuesday, July 14. It will be held via Zoom and a link will be posted on the library’s website, www.thetroylibrary.org, prior to the event.

Wednesday, July 15

HISTORICAL PRESENTA

TION: The Schoharie Crossing State Historic Site in Fort Hunter and the Fulton County Historical Society are teaming up to present a virtual two program series. On July 15th at 6:30pm, Fulton County Historical Society Executive Director Samantha Hall-Saladino will present “Sacandaga Soiree: Tides and Tourism,” exploring the tourism boom on the Great Sacandaga Lake from the 1940s to the present. These programs will be presented virtually via Webex. The links to join the presentations can be found online at fultoncountyhistoricalsociety.org and on the Schoharie Crossing and FCHS Facebook pages.

VIRTUAL WINE TASTING FUNDRAISER: Like so many non-profits, Sustainable Saratoga has cancelled traditional in-person fund

raising activities due to Covid-19. To help during these unusual times, Sustainable Saratoga invites you to a Virtual Wine Tasting. The event will be informative, fun and raise muchneeded funds to continue the programs you support. This event will feature the award-winning wines of the Dr. Konstantin Frank Winery, located in New York’s Finger Lakes wine region. The winery has generously donated a portion of the wines for this event, and all proceeds from the event go directly to helping fund the sustainability efforts of Sustainable Saratoga. The Virtual Wine Tasting is Wednesday, July 15@ 6:00pm. Barbara Frank, Consulting Winemaker and Regional Sales Manager of the Dr. Konstantin Frank Winery, will take us on a virtual tasting experience of some of the Dr. Konstantin Frank wines and talk about the winery, including some of their sustainability efforts. Choose between 2wine packages: For a $75donation, you will receive two bottles of wine (Dry Riesling and Cabernet Franc) and some goodies, OR For a $125donation, you will receive four bottles of wine (Gruner Veltliner, Dry Riesling, Chardonnay and Cabernet Franc) and some goodies. All wine packages come in a reusable canvas bag and will be accompanied by a delicious dark chocolate bar from Barkeater Chocolates in North Creek, NY, and a Sustainable Saratoga window cling. Quantities are limited, so reserve your wine package today at https://sustainable-saratoga-virtual-winetasting.eventbrite.com.

Friday, July 17

SARATOGA TATTOO EXPO: This event will be held July 17, 18and 19at the Saratoga Springs City Center, 522Broadway, Saratoga Springs. Hours: Friday, 3pm - 11pm; Saturday, 11am - 11 pm; Sunday, 11am - 7pm. Admission: $10Day Pass • $25Weekend Pass.

Saturday, July 18

ALBANY RECORD RIOT:

Don’t miss the crazy vinyl action at the Capital Region’s premiere music collectors event! Show hours: 10AM-5PM. $3.00 admission. Early admission at 8AM, $10.00(early birds!). Over 60tables of LPs, CDs, DVDs, 45s, much more. Live DJs curated by the Selector Ed. Dealers from all over the Northeast, including Jim Furlong from Last Vestige Records, Mike Overn ( Vinyl Rescue), Julie (Patchouli Julie’s Eclectic Antiques & Collectibles), Iris Records (Jersey City) and Felix Ivarone (Music Lust) too. Always a large, fun, musically-intelligent crowd. Hope to see you at the show! Maybe digging in the crates? (Limited dealer space available. Please inquire.) All 2020shows to be held at the Albany Red Lion Hotel, 205Wolf Road, Albany. Fall edition is scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 24. SARATOGA TATTOO

EXPO: This event will be held July 17, 18and 19at the Saratoga Springs City Center, 522Broadway, Saratoga Springs. Hours: Friday, 3pm - 11pm; Saturday, 11am - 11 pm; Sunday, 11am - 7pm. Admission: $10Day Pass • $25Weekend Pass.

Sunday, July 19

SARATOGA TATTOO

SUNDAY STROLL: Sunday, July 19- Historic Fifth & Madison Avenues. The Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation is thrilled to present their summer series of historic walking tours while remaining safe and socially distanced. Summer Sunday Strolls will be offered every Sunday through Sept. 6at 10:30a.m. in various neighborhoods throughout the city. Tour topics this season highlight prominent women of Greenridge Cemetery, the celebrated area surrounding the Saratoga Race Course, and the historic Spa State Park, among many others. All Sunday morning tours last approximately 90 minutes and require walking and standing on varied terrain. Due to current restrictions in New York State, Summer Strolls will be limited to 20guests, which currently is less than the maximum of 25that is currently allowed, and tickets must be purchased in advance until otherwise noted. Everyone will be required to wear a mask and social distancing will be encouraged when possible. The cost per tour is $15for SSPF members and $20for non-members. For additional information, to purchase tickets to any educational programs, and to review the Summer Sunday Stroll Safety Plan please visit www.saratogapreservation.org, call the foundation at (518) 587-5030, or email nbabie@saratogapreservation.org.

Tuesday, July 21

BLOOD DRIVE: An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held from 1to 6p.m. on Tuesday, July 21at Saratoga Casino Hotel, located at 342Jefferson St in Saratoga Springs. More information is available online at www.redcrossblood.org.

Wednesday, July 22

TRACKSIDE LUNCHEON: CAPTAIN Community Human Services (CHS) is proud to present An Unbridled Affair Trackside Luncheon at 11:30am on July 22, 2020, at Prime at Saratoga National Golf Club. Join Honorary Chairs Gary and Aimee Dake and Gala Co-Chairs Patricia Novo and Ron Olinsky for this very special event, including a delicious three-course lunch, a small auction, and a short entertaining program. Stay after as long as you wish to watch the races “trackside” on large screens streaming Saratoga Race Course. Tickets are $150 per person and available at www.captaincares.org/gala.

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